GUIDE PROFILES

JUDY MCKENZIE

Owner / Operator

Judy has over 20 years experience working at the high-end of the Guiding industry. A wealth of knowledge and expertise, and our nature guru, she is sure to impress!  This mother-hen will show you what New Zealand is all about, as she goes that extra mile to ensure her Clients' are enriched with a genuine pleasing and full-filling kiwi experience!

PHILIP SMYTH

Driver Guide

Phil is your all-round genuine nice guy that has a love for sports, the outdoors, and is your typical Queenstown bred adventure adrenaline junkie. His witty and charming personality makes for the best company, coupled with his profound and in-depth knowledge about New Zealand and his hometown, he has a knack for making any guests feel welcomed and special, and will leave a lasting impression on what a good honest kiwi bloke is all about.

PAULA SMYTH

Driver Guide / Office Manager

Paula is our office guru, running a tight ship behind the scenes. But when she tires of that, you'll also see her out and about looking after Clients'. Despite being born in the North Island (which we don't hold against her), she has come to love Queenstown and calls it home.  You couldn't meet a nicer gal that has an innate ability to build a good rapport with all that come across her.  Another mother-hen in the group, Paula will go the extra-mile to make sure your experience exceeds your expectations.

TRACEY MACLAREN

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Driver Guide

Tracey is a long-time friend of Judy's.  She wears many hats, but has extensive experience in the travel and tourism industry which makes her an asset to the Elite & Personal Tours team!  A well-respected Guide and member of the community, Tracey's polite and friendly demeanour and in-depth knowledge makes her the ideal Guide for any visitor to our shores.